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Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Zurich

Post-it Note Travela Typography Drawing of Zurich

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Zurich

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Zurich:

With diverse architecture across the city, breath-taking views and a thriving art scene, Zurich is well is well known for its banking sector and accurate Swiss time, It also has many museums and galleries to enjoy as well. During my time in this extraordinary city, I explored five destinations:

– The Grossmünster: is an Evangelical Protestant church in the Old Town of Zurich, and is one of Zurich’s most famous landmarks

– Franmunster Kirche: Founded in 853 by King Louis the German, this church with its convent was inhabited by the female members of the aristocracy of Europe. Important architectural features include the Romanesque chancel and the high vaulted transept. Its most stunning treasures are the stained glass windows

– St Peter Kirche: The St. Peter church in Zurich has the largest clock face in Europe. The clock face measures 8.7m in diameter. There are five bells dating from 1880 in the tower. Until 1911 the church tower was used as a fire watch post.

– Zurich Fountain: In Zurich, there is no need to look for a supermarket if you want a drop of water, since you can simply quench your thirst at one of Zurich’s many fountains. You can never be far away, because Zurich has the most fountains of any city in the world with approx. 1,200 drinking water fountains.

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Bregenz

On my weekend trip to Zurich Switzerland and Bregenz Austria, A relaxing weekend spent with a friend that lives in the small Austrian town. Bregenz is a charming little town that is based on Lake Constance, nestled between the Swiss and German Borders. Bregenz hosts a annual music festival during the summer months at the world renowned Opera House. A interesting feature of the Opera house is the stage set based on Lake Constance itself and the theatre being in the open air. The opera Theatre was also featured in the Daniel Craig Bond Movie, Quantum of Solace.

– Bregenz Opera House: A traditional opera house, with an open-air lakeside stage, where productions are held in the most spectacular fashion

– The Kunsthaus Gallery: is also internationally renowned amongst aficionados of art and architecture. It was designed by the Swiss architect Peter Zumthor. The gallery has a glass facade, the interior is a open plan space constructed of concrete

– Post Office Building Bregenz: Located near the harbor and the railway station, the Post Office was built in 1895. This grandiose building has the same construction as the Imperial Post Office in the Bad Ischl resort

– Fishersteg Sunset Bar: The balcony over the lake the Fischersteg is a relaxing place for a evening drink overlooking the Lake Constance and Enjoy the sun setting over the horizon.

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Oslo

Travel Post it Note Typographic Drawing of Oslo

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Oslo

Moleskin Maps: Oslo Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Oslo, On my trip to Oslo, I set out to to discover a city with a rich history. Its a city with a old history, and a city on the move, that has many new interesting architecture buildings and a abundance of art in galleries as well as all around you.

– Munch Museum: Edvard Munch has a unique position among Nordic painters and is considered a pioneer in expressionism. A vast collection of Edward Munch’s work.

– Vigeland Sculpture Park: Sculpture park in the Frogner Park with more than 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, An interesting collection of Large sculptures in bronze, granite and cast iron.

– The Viking Ship Museum: Museum on the Bygdøy peninsula with the world’s best-preserved Viking ships and finds from Viking tombs around the Oslo Fjord.

– The Norwegian National Opera House: Oslo’s Opera House is located right at the harbour, it has a angled, white exterior that appears to rise from the water. you can climb the roof and enjoy panoramic views of Oslo

– The Royal Palace: The royal residence at the top of Karl Johans gate, home to HM King Harald V and HM Queen Sonja.

Moleskine City Map drawings, exploring a city in one day really encourages you to make the most of your new surroundings, and fully immerse yourself in a different culture. Every Moleskin Map I draw conveys the enlightening expeditions I experienced while taking in the sights of cities across Europe.

I started on the Moleskin Maps project in October 2015, when I visited Copenhagen as my first day trip. When I embarked on the journey, I had no idea that the project would take me on 12 day trips to Europe’s most beautiful and exciting cities. Before each trip, there is a thorough planning process. The trip should cost less than £100, covering the return journey, any connections, activities and food. I also draw a rough sketch of the city, which includes all of the locations I plan to visit. Having a plan and doing preliminary sketches gives me more time to explore so I can fully experience the culture and charm of every city. So far, I’ve drawn 22 Moleskin Maps, and continue to build on my collection with a view to developing the project further with every new trip I take. I would love for my maps to serve as city guides, giving travellers a good idea of how they can quickly and efficiently explore some of the world’s most wondrous cities in a day – and, on a dime. Moleskin Maps: An Overview

Basel Switzerland Day trip Moleskine Map Drawing. Basel map drawing inspired by my day trip, with 10 hours I covered The stunning Basel Minster, Kunsthalle Basel Art Gallery, Rathaus, as well as crossing the Rhine River on a pedestrian boat crossing, I also enjoying the Christmas markets that were there during the run up to Christmas. £9.99 one way flight with Ryanair from Stanstead Airport, and £19.21 one way flight from Basel to Gatwick Airport with Easyjet. Liverpool St to Stanstead Airport £19 London Gatwick to East Croydon £5.20, €14 Rtn train far fare from Basel airport to the centre, other expenses on top of travel expenses, which included lunch, and coffee. Total travel expenses £68.40

Moleskine map drawing of Milan

Famous Michelangelo Fresco of the Last Supper at the Santa Maria Delle Grazie

Walking around Sforza Castle

Art and culture at the Pinacoteca Di Brera

Art and culture at the Pinacoteca Di Brera

Art and culture at the Pinacoteca Di Brera

Milan map drawing inspired by my day trip, with 7 hours I covered The stunning cathedral Dumo Di Milano, Galaria Villoerio Emanuele, as well as seeing the Famous Michelangelo Fresco of the Last Supper at the Santa Maria Delle Grazie, more art and culture at the Pinacoteca Di Brera, and a lot of walking around Sforza Castle, goes with saying to enjoy coffee and gelatines £20 return flight with Ryanair and £36 Short term parking at Stanstead Airport easier to park and fly then take the train due to early morning and late night flights, €14 Rtn bus fare from Milan airport to Milan central, other expenses on top of that.